CVE-2021-38412

Digi PortServer TS 16 Improper Authentication

Description

Properly formatted POST requests to multiple resources on the HTTP and HTTPS web servers of the Digi PortServer TS 16 Rack device do not require authentication or authentication tokens. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to enable the SNMP service and manipulate the community strings to achieve further control in.

Remediation

Solution:

  • The PortServer TS 16 product was discontinued in 2016. Per Digi’s security support, the device software and hardware support of 5 years has passed. Digi recommends upgrading to a new supported product. If this is not possible, extended support may be available by contacting Digi directly.

Categories

9.6
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.16%
Third-Party Advisory cisa.gov
Affected: Digi International PortServer TS 16
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://us-cert.cisa.gov/ics/advisories/icsa-21-257-01 third party advisory us government resource

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-38412?
CVE-2021-38412 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-38412?
To fix CVE-2021-38412: The PortServer TS 16 product was discontinued in 2016. Per Digi’s security support, the device software and hardware support of 5 years has passed. Digi recommends upgrading to a new supported product. If this is not possible, extended support may be available by contacting Digi directly.
Is CVE-2021-38412 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-38412 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-38412?
CVE-2021-38412 affects Digi International PortServer TS 16.
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